What will I learn on this course? You will be introduced to a variety of experiences that explore a range of two-dimensional and/ or threedimensional media, processes and techniques. You will learn both traditional and new media and explore the use of drawing for different purposes, using a variety of methods and media on a variety of scales. You will use sketchbooks/workbooks/journals to underpin your work where appropriate and explore relevant images, artefacts and resources relating to a range of art, craft and design, from the past and from recent times, including European and non-European examples. This will be integral to the investigating and making processes. Your responses to these examples will be shown through practical and critical activities that demonstrate your understanding of different styles, genres and traditions. You will become aware of the four assessment objectives to be demonstrated in the context of the content and skills presented. You will also become aware of the importance of process as well as product. What careers and university courses could this course lead me to? If you have the skills and talent, an Art & Design degree can lead to a very exciting career. Particular job roles, as well as artist, include community worker, fashion designer, graphic designer, illustrator, textile manufacturer, advertising executive, multimedia worker and museum curator. Several professional organisations, such as Arts Council England, offer specialised positions for Art & Design graduates.
Five GCSE’s at grades 4-9 or above, including English language and a creative subject plus Portfolio Must have a grade 7+ average in GCSEs. Must have a grade 7 in relevant GCSE subject.
How is the course assessed? Component 1: Personal investigation • 60% of A-level Non-exam assessment (NEA) set and marked by the centre and moderated by AQA during a visit to the centre. Visits will normally take place in June. Component 2: Externally set assignment • Preparatory period + 15 hours supervised time • 40% of A-level Externally Set Assignment (ESA) set by AQA, marked by the centre and moderated by AQA during a visit to the centre.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | 401 Battersea Park Road, London, SW11 5AP |
What will I learn on this course? You will be introduced to a variety of experiences that explore a range of two-dimensional and/ or threedimensional media, processes and techniques. You will learn both traditional and new media and explore the use of drawing for different purposes, using a variety of methods and media on a variety of scales. You will use sketchbooks/workbooks/journals to underpin your work where appropriate and explore relevant images, artefacts and resources relating to a range of art, craft and design, from the past and from recent times, including European and non-European examples. This will be integral to the investigating and making processes. Your responses to these examples will be shown through practical and critical activities that demonstrate your understanding of different styles, genres and traditions. You will become aware of the four assessment objectives to be demonstrated in the context of the content and skills presented. You will also become aware of the importance of process as well as product. What careers and university courses could this course lead me to? If you have the skills and talent, an Art & Design degree can lead to a very exciting career. Particular job roles, as well as artist, include community worker, fashion designer, graphic designer, illustrator, textile manufacturer, advertising executive, multimedia worker and museum curator. Several professional organisations, such as Arts Council England, offer specialised positions for Art & Design graduates.
Five GCSE’s at grades 4-9 or above, including English language and a creative subject plus Portfolio Must have a grade 7+ average in GCSEs. Must have a grade 7 in relevant GCSE subject.
How is the course assessed? Component 1: Personal investigation • 60% of A-level Non-exam assessment (NEA) set and marked by the centre and moderated by AQA during a visit to the centre. Visits will normally take place in June. Component 2: Externally set assignment • Preparatory period + 15 hours supervised time • 40% of A-level Externally Set Assignment (ESA) set by AQA, marked by the centre and moderated by AQA during a visit to the centre.